Roderick Campbell, senior, was a boot and shoe merchant who later went into the real estate and insurance business. He lived at 1925 Pendrell Street in 1904 and at 1893 Pendrell Street from 1905 to 1914.

Roderick Campbell, senior, was born in Glengarry, Ontario, on August 5, 1841. His father was Roderick Campbell (1814-1841), who drowned on the Ottawa river. Roderick Campbell, senior’s mother was Sarah Chisholm (1815-1908).

Roderick moved to Victoria County in Ontario. He married Christina Campbell in the Presbyterian Church in Mariposa, Ontario, on December 27, 1865. Christina was born in Woodville, Ontario, on September 1, 1845. Her father was Kenneth Campbell. Her mother was Sarah McLeod.

For the first five years of their marriage, Roderick and Christina lived in Fenelon Falls, Ontario.

Then they went to Woodville, Ontario, where Roderick had a business as a merchant for 15 years. In 1885, they moved to Cannington, Ontario.

In the spring of 1888, Roderick travelled to British Columbia to investigate business opportunities. He was enthusiastic enough that he returned to Cannington to sell his business and then move his family to Vancouver. They arrived on November 14, 1888.

Roderick had hoped to open a business as a boot merchant, but there were no vacant locations anywhere in Vancouver. He had to wait for a month until a space became available in the Condell Block at the corner of Homer Street and Cordova Street.

3168 West King Edward Avenue (sometimes listed as West 25th Avenue and Balaclava Street)

Roderick continued his boot and shoe business until about 1900. From 1902 to 1904 he was associated with the auction business of George McCuaig, who was his son-in-law. In 1905 he began a real estate business with James M. MacGregor (possibly James M. MacGregor, a local publisher who lived at 826 Hornby Street in 1905).

Henderson’s City of Vancouver Directory, 1905, page 202

In 1906, the business was called “Rod Campbell and Company.” Lauchlin Gilchrist, who was Roderick’s cousin, was also part of the firm. (Lauchlin Gilchrist lived at 1084 Denman Street in 1909.)

Henderson’s City of Vancouver Directory, 1906, page 265

By 1907, the Vancouver directory listed only James MacGregor and Lauchlin Gilchrist as members of the firm.

Roderick died in Vancouver on January 8, 1933. He was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.

Christina died in Vancouver on October 30, 1936. She was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.

Roderick and Christina had the following children.

Sarah Campbell

Sarah Campbell (sometimes called Sarah Ann Campbell) was born on December 16, 1866, in Fenelon Falls, Ontario.

She married George McCuaig, an auctioneer and commission merchant who lived at 1102 Gilford Street from 1904 to 1918.

George died in Vancouver on June 16, 1932. He was buried in the Masonic Cemetery in Burnaby, British Columbia.

Sarah died in Vancouver on June 11, 1958. She was buried in the Masonic Cemetery in Burnaby.

George and Sarah had a son named Gordon Campbell McCuaig, who was born in Vancouver on May 16, 1905. On November 2, 1929, in Vancouver, Gordon married Marjorie Florence Beaumont. She was born in London, England, about 1910. Her father was Frederic George Beaumont. Her mother was Florence Benson. Gordon later worked as a taxi driver. He died on October 20, 1936, after a car crash on the old Granville Street Bridge. He was buried in the Masonic Cemetery in Burnaby.

Further information on Sarah and George appears on the page for George McCuaig.

Roderick Campbell (junior)

Roderick Campbell (junior) was born on April 12, 1869 in Fenelon Falls, Ontario.

Roderick junior was in business with Jonathan Storey. The firm initially sold harnesses, saddles and trunks; it later dealt in Studebaker commercial trucks. It also distributed dry goods and small appliances.

On August 4, 1896, in Vancouver, Roderick junior married Annie Storey, who was the sister of Jonathan Storey. She was born in Collingwood, Ontario (although one source says England) on June 28, 1872. Her father was James Storey. Her mother was Mary Burton.

Roderick junior died in Vancouver after going to the hospital for what was expected to be a tooth extraction. He developed problems relating to his heart, and he died suddenly. He was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.

Annie tried to sort out the Storey & Campbell business with her brother, Jonathan. She ended up suing Jonathan to get him to sell some property so that he could buy out the interest in the business that she had inherited from Roderick junior. Although the case may have gone to the Supreme Court of Canada, the final result is not available.

Annie died in Vancouver on November 14, 1947.

Roderick junior and Annie did not have any children.

Mary Ellen Campbell

Mary Ellen Campbell was born on July 16, 1871, probably in Woodville, Ontario.

She did not marry.

She died in Vancouver on August 15, 1956. She was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver

Kenneth Alexander Campbell

Kenneth Alexander Campbell was born in Woodville, Ontario, on July 19, 1874.

He worked as a salesman and later as a censor for the post office.

On May 5, 1920, in Vancouver, he married Jean Finley Harrison. She was born about on August 16, 1893 in Cavan, Durham, Ontario. Her father was Joseph Harrison, who was a farmer. Her mother was Mary Ann Kidd.

Kenneth died in Vancouver on January 13, 1958. He was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.

Kenneth and Jean had a son, also named Kenneth.

Further information on Jean and her son, Kenneth, is not available.

Harriett Louise Campbell

Harriett Louise Campbell (sometimes called “Hattie”) was born in Woodville, Ontario, on August 25, 1878.

She never married.

She was the proprietor of a private kindergarten in Vancouver.

Hattie died in Vancouver on July 11, 1954. She was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.

Edwin Malcolm Campbell

Edwin Malcolm Campbell was born in Woodville, Ontario on March 15, 1881. (In the 1881 Canada census, Edwin does not appear, but there is a boy named George Campbell, who has a similar birth-date. However, it is not certain that these are the same person.)

Edwin was often called “Ted,” which led some people to refer to him incorrectly as “Edward.”

Ted was in the shoe manufacturing business, much of the time with the J. Leckie Company.

He did not marry.

He died in Vancouver on April 18, 1965.

Angus Campbell

Angus Campbell was born on March 29, 1885, in Woodville, Ontario.

He died in Vancouver on April 7, 1893. He was playing on the old Cambie street bridge when he slipped and fell, and a lumber wagon ran over him.

He was buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.

Norma Christine Campbell

Norma Christine Campbell was born in Cannington, Ontario on August 21, 1888. On May 14, 1913, in Vancouver, she married Sween Kenneth Campbell, who was an employee of the Canadian Bank of Commerce.

Sween was born on October 20, 1884, in Heatherdale, Prince Edward Island. His father was Alexander McLeod Campbell, who was a farmer. His mother was Jessie Campbell.

In 1915, Sween was transferred to the bank’s branch in Kamloops, British Columbia. He later worked at other branches of the bank, including Toronto and Montreal. For a time he was a bank inspector in Vancouver. In 1939 he became the manager of the bank in Victoria, British Columbia. He retired from the bank in 1947.

He belonged to the Terminal City Club in Vancouver, the Victoria Golf and Country Club and the Union Club in Victoria.

Campbell: The death occurred on Sunday of Sarah Campbell, mother of Mr. R. Campbell, senior. The deceased lady was 93 years of age and was born in Scotland. The funeral took place from the family residence 1893 Pendrill street this morning, and was strictly private.

Sunday afternoon witnessed the close of a life that began in the historic year 1815. Born in Scotland, shortly before the Battle of Waterloo, the late Mrs. Campbell accompanied her parents to this country when she was about 15 years of age. Like many other immigrants from the Highlands, the newcomers settled in the county of Glengarry, in what was then known as Upper Canada. She was married at the age of 20, but within three years her husband was drowned in the “The Long Sault,” on the Ottawa river. Left with two young children, one of whom was Mr. Roderick Campbell, of Gilford Street, of this city, she removed to Montreal where she continued to live for over half a century. About fourteen years ago she returned to the scenes of her earlier life in Canada, spending four years with her daughter in Glengarry county. During the last ten years of her life she has resided with her son in this city, enjoying not only the tender care of living friends, but also the affectionate esteem of a large circle of acquaintances and friends.

Mrs. Campbell was a type of the old-fashioned Highland gentlewoman—instinctively courteous, unswervingly loyal and profoundly religious. Unable, for many years, to do more than move slowly about the house, she retained her mental vigor almost to the last, and the aroma of her patient, cheerful, Christian spirit will linger long with those who had the privilege of being associated with her. “The memory of the just is blessed.”

Sarah Campbell, death notice, Vancouver Province, July 27, 1908, page 12: “Campbell—Died in Vancouver, B.C., July 16, 1908, Sarah Campbell, aged 93 years, at the residence of her son, Mr. R. Campbell, Sr., 1893 Pendrill street. The funeral will take place Tuesday morning. Rev. R.J. Wilson, assisted by Rev. Mr. McLaren will officiate. By special request the funeral will be private and no flowers.”

Society, Vancouver Daily World, December 17, 1901, page 4: “Rod Campbell, sr., arrived in the city to-day from Agassiz and will spend Christmas and New Year’s with his family on Hamilton street. After the first of the year Mr. Campbell will return to his ranch and devote his time to caring for his stock.”

Society, Vancouver Province, December 28, 1915, page 8 [includes photograph of Mr. and Mrs. Rod Campbell Sr.]: “Last night a celebration and reception by relatives and old friends was tendered to Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Campbell, S.R., at their home at the corner of Twenty-fifth avenue and Balaclava street, Point Grey, in honor of their golden wedding. It was just fifty years ago yesterday since the honored couple, who are among the best-known of the older residents and pioneers of Vancouver, were married in the Presbyterian Church at Mariposa in old Ontario.

Both Mr. and Mrs. Campbell are Canadian-born of Scottish parents, and both of them were Campbells even before marriage. Mr. Roderick Campbell was born in Glengarry, Ont., in the year 1841. Growing into manhood he left the old home to go into business in the County of Victoria, where he met and married Miss Christina Campbell, the daughter of the late Kenneth Campbell of Mariposa.

The story of the life of Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Campbell is typical of the life of many of the rugged pioneers who left their homes in Bruce and Grey and Glengarry to come out to the Pacific Coast with the opening of the far west country. For five years after their marriage in 1865 they made their home in Fenelon Falls, after which they moved to Woodville where Mr. Campbell embarked in business as a merchant and remained there successfully for fifteen years. In 1885, Mr. Campbell moved his business to Cannington. At this time the new land of British Columbia was being much talked about in the older settlements of Ontario, and in the spring of 1888 Mr. Campbell obeyed the wander fever and came out to the Pacific Coast. He thought so much of the climate and prospects that he returned to Cannington, sold up his business and brought his wife and family of eight children out to Vancouver that same year, arriving here on November 14, 1888.

When Mr. Campbell reached Vancouver his impulse was to embark in business as a retail boot merchant as quickly as possible, but there was not a single vacant store in the city. He had to wait a month for a store to be completed in the Condell Block on Homer street, corner Cordova. He had an uphill fight for years, but as the city grew he came to the front as a leading Hastings street merchant. He retired from business in the years 1900.

During their married life Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Campbell were blessed with a family of four daughters and four sons. The only break in the family ties was in the death of their son Angus, who was the victim of an accident on Cambie Street bridge in 1895.

The seven surviving sons and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Campbell all reside in Vancouver and were present at the golden wedding anniversary of their parents last night. They are Mrs. George McCuaig, Mrs. S. H. [sic: K.] Campbell, Misses Mary and Hattie Campbell, Mr. Rod Campbell Jr., Kenneth Campbell and Ted Campbell.

The best wishes of scores of old friends were expressed last evening by Rev. Dr. McLaren, the first minister of St. Andrew’s Church in this city. Judge Grant also spoke briefly and Mr. Campbell responded. The bagpipes were brought out last evening and amid their music hundreds of congratulations were presented to Mr. and Mrs. Campbell.

“Mr. Rod Campbell sr., one of Vancouver’s oldest and best-known pioneers, died over the week-end. A native of Glengarry, Ont., where he was born ninety-one years ago, he had been a resident of Vancouver for more than forty-four years.

Mr. Campbell and the wife who survives him had a host of friends in Vancouver. December 27 last was the sixty-seventh anniversary of their wedding, but it was quietly celebrated, for Mr. Campbell was then in failing health. He was a steadfast member of the United Church and a member of Western Star Lodge No. 10 of Odd Fellows. The funeral will be held at 1:30 o’clock on Wednesday from Center & Hanna’s with Ref. E.D. McLaren, D.D., a lifelong friend, and Rev. Willard Brewing, D.D., officiating.

Besides his wife, four daughters and two sons survive Mr. Campbell. They are Mrs. S.K. Campbell of Montreal, Mrs. George McCuaig of Vancouver and Misses Mary and Hattie Campbell living at home. The two sons are Ken and Ted. The eldest son, Rod jr., died thirteen years ago. Father and sons were associated some years ago in a shoe business on Hastings street, just west of the old Arcade Building.”

“Rod Campbell Dies at 91,” Vancouver Sun, January 9, 1933, page 7?:

“Vancouver lost one its oldest pioneers last night in the death of Roderick Campbell, 91 last august, and who had lived in Vancouver for 43 years. He resided at 3168 West King Edward.

Mr. Campbell was born in Glengarry, Ont., and on coming here in 1888 entered business as a shoe merchant on Hastings Street, under the firm name of Rod Campbell & Son. Later he established a real estate and insurance business and retired about 25 years ago.

Mr. Campbell was identified with St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, of which he became one of the early elders. He was also a member of Western Star No. 10, I.O.O.F.

On December 27 he celebrated the sixty-seventh anniversary of his marriage in Fenelon Falls, Ont., to Miss Christina Campbell.

He is survived by his widow, also four daughters—Mrs. S.K. Campbell of Montreal and, in Vancouver, Mrs. George McCuaig, Misses Mary and Hattie; also two sons, Kenneth and Ted, both of Vancouver.

Funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of Messrs. Center and Hanna on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. by Rev. Willard Brewing, D.D., and Rev. E.D. McLaren, D.D., with interment in the family plot, Mountain View.”

“Funeral services for Mrs. Christina Campbell, 91, pioneer resident of Vancouver, were held privately today in the chapel of Center & Hanna, with Rev. Willard Brewing officiating. Interment was in Mountain View Cemetery.

Born in Woodville, Ont., Mrs. Campbell came to Vancouver forty-eight years ago. She is survived by two sons, Edward [sic] M. and Kenneth A., of Vancouver, four daughters, Mrs. S.K. Campbell of Montreal and Mrs. George McCuaig, Mary and Hattie of Vancouver, and two brothers, Kenneth Campbell of Vancouver and J.A. Campbell of Seattle,”

George McCuaig, auctioneer and commission merchant of Vancouver, was born in Scotland, October 24, 1852, a son of Henry and Janet McCuaig. In the year 1857 the family left the land of hills and heather and started for Canada on a sailing ship which was nine weeks on the voyage. The son George was then a lad of but four years, so that practically his entire life has been passed on this side of the water. He was reared in Barrie, Ontario, where he attended the public schools and then entered the dry-goods business in Barrie, remaining there until 1881, when he made his way westward to Winnipeg. Ten years were spent in that city and in the territories and in 1891 he arrived in Vancouver. Through the succeeding three years he managed a dry-goods store for George I. Wilson, and in 1894 left for Africa, where he spent four years. In 1899 he returned to Vancouver, where he established business as an auctioneer and commission merchant, in which line he still continues. He has a well -appointed establishment and so conducts his trade as to gain substantial and well merited returns. His judgment is sound in placing valuations upon any articles which he handles and he has become well known to the purchasing public as one whose stock is extensive and whose business integrity is unassailable.

During the early years of his residence in the west Mr. McCuaig became a member of the local military corps at Medicine Hat during the Riel rebellion of 1885. When its leader, Louis David Riel, was on the scaffold to be hung as a traitor to his country, Mr. McCuaig secured his autograph, which is now in the Carnegie library at Vancouver. On the 23d of August, 1900, in this city, Mr. McCuaig was united in marriage to Miss Sarah Campbell, a daughter of Rod and Christina Campbell, representatives of a Scotch family originally from Glengarry, Ontario. Unto Mr. and Mrs. McCuaig has been born a son, Gordon Campbell. The parents are members of the Presbyterian church. Mr. McCuaig belongs to Mount Hermon Lodge, A. F. & A. M., and to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. His political support is given to the liberal party. His interest in public affairs is that of a citizen who seeks the welfare and upbuilding of the community in which he lives and is loyal to its best interests. His life has had its settings in various scenes, as he has lived at different times in Scotland, eastern and western Canada and Africa. Through all he has been actuated by a laudable desire to work his way upward, and his life history shows what may be accomplished when energy and determination point out the way.”

Society, Vancouver Province, August 25, 1900, page 11: “Miss Sarah, daughter of Mr. R. Campbell, Sr., was united in matrimony to Mr. George McCuaig, one of the city’s best known young men, at the residence of her father, 817 Hamilton street, on Thursday evening. The bride . . . was attended by her sister, Miss M. Campbell . . .. The duties of the best man were performed by Mr. Alexander Carmichael, of the firm of Carmichael & Dickie. . . . The tying of the knot was performed by Rev. John Pringle, of Atlin, who is taking charge of St. Andrew’s pulpit during the absence of Rev. E.D. McLaren in the north. The wedding was of a private character, only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties being in attendance. . . . Mr. and Mrs. McCuaig are now on their honeymoon trip to the Sound. They will reside at 813 Hamilton street upon their return. Mrs. Campbell, mother of Mr. Campbell, was present at the wedding. Mrs. Campbell has reached the advanced age of 81 years, but is still the possessor of a remarkable amount of youthful vigor; in fact she remained chatting with the guests long after the bride and groom had departed on the North Pacific.”

“Death Takes City Pioneer; George McCuaig, 80, Veteran Auctioneer, Died This Morning; Came West in 1881,” Vancouver Province, June 15, 1932, page 20 [includes photograph of George McCuaig].

Death claimed another well-known citizen of Vancouver this morning when George McCuaig, aged 80, of 3394 West Twenty-fifth, pioneer auctioneer, died at the family residence following a prolonged illness. He had been in ill-health all winter, and had been confined to bed for six weeks.

A native of Scotland, he came to Canada with his parents in a sailing ship in 1857. He spent his boyhood days in Barrie, Ont. He remained there until 1881, when he went to Winnipeg. He spent ten years there before coming to Vancouver in 1892.

For three years he managed a dry-goods store here, then went to Africa, where he lived for four years. In 1899 he returned to Vancouver, entering business as an auctioneer and commission merchant.

The deceased was a member of a military corps at Medicine Hat during the Riel Rebellion of 1885. He obtained an autograph of Riel, and this historic souvenir is now in Vancouver Public Library.

He married Miss Sarah Campbell in this city in 1900. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Gordon Campbell McCuaig. For many years, the deceased was connected with the old St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. He was an active member of Mount Hermon Lodge, A.F. & A.M., and Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

Funeral services will be held in St. Andrew’s Church, Saturday at 1:45 p.m. Rev. J.S. Henderson, D.D., Rev. E.D. McLaren, D.D. and Rev. Willard Brewing, D.D., will officiate. Last rites will be conducted under auspices of Masonic Order. Nunn & Thomson, funeral directors, are in charge of arrangements.”

“Taximan Dead in Fifth City Span Fatality,” Vancouver Province, October 20. 1936, page 1: “Gordon Campbell McCuaig, 31, died at 9:30 this morning from injuries received at 10:45 p.m. Monday, when the taxicab he was driving skidded out of control on Granville street bridge and crashed into a street car and another automobile. It ended against the railing of the bridge. [Includes further details of the incident.]

Gordon Campbell McCuaig, funeral services notice, Vancouver Province, October 22, 1936, page 8: “Funeral services for Gordon Campbell McCuaig, 31, who died in St. Pau;;s Hospital on Tuesday following a traffic accident on Granville bridge, will be held in Nunn & Thomson’s chapel at 2:30 p.m. Friday. Rev. Dr. W. Willard Brewing will officiate. Mr. McCuaig was born in Vancouver. He is survived by his wife and his mother. Interment will take place in the Masonic Cemetery, Burnaby.”

Rod Campbell and Annie Storey, wedding description, Vancouver Daily News-Advertiser, August 5, 1896, page 8: “The Rev. E.D. McLaren yesterday morning united in marriage Mr. Rod Campbell, boot and shoe merchant of this City, and Miss Annie Storey, daughter of the late Mr. James Storey of Collingwood, Ont., Miss Ada Black made a pretty bridesmaid and Mr. Harry McIntire ably supported the groom The happy coule left for San Francisco via Victoria yesterday afternoon and were supplied with the requisite rice by their many friends.”

Rod Campbell Jr. Dies Suddenly; Had Been in Hospital for Several Days following an Operation,” Vancouver Province, November 22, 1919, page 1:

“Death came unexpectedly to Mr. Rod. Campbell Jr., this morning after an illness of a few days. The news of the sad event has spread a gloom in the hearts of many people, for there were few men in Vancouver who were better known or more popular than was the deceased.

Mr. Campbell went to the hospital on Tuesday expecting to get out again on Wednesday. An operation on the root of a tooth, however, was more serious than expected. Yesterday his condition became alarming and early this morning he died.

The late Mr. Campbell was born in 1869 in Victoria County, Ont., and came to Vancouver thirty-one years ago with his parents, who are still residents of the city. Mr. Campbell senior entered the retail shoe business and his son was associated with him. Later Rod Campbell jr. went into business with his brother, Kenneth, and then some fifteen years ago became a partner in the firm of Storey & Campbell, with which concern he was actively associated at the time of his death.

He was a good citizen and a very popular man in business and in his social circle. In his younger days he was a prominent figure in amateur athletics, playing lacrosse on the first Vancouver teams. In later years he was a devotee to golf. He was a member of the Terminal City Club, where his death caused the keenest regret.

Mr. Campbell’s death will leave a gap in the business world of this city. Her personal friends are numbered in hundreds, and acquaintances in thousands. He leaves a wife but no children. The funeral arrangements have not as yet been announced.”

“Litigation involving the sale of shares in Story & Campbell Limited came to trial in Supreme Court this morning before Mr. Justice Morrison.

Mrs. Annie Campbell, 1001 Georgia street west, widow of the late Mr. Rod Campbell, is asking the assistance of the court in an attempt to compel her brother, Jonathan Storey, the defendant, to sell property, which they own jointly, and with the proceeds to purchase her interest in the firm of Storey & Campbell Limited. Mrs. Campbell estimates her interest at $159,200.

Following the death of her husband, November 22, 1919, Mrs. Campbell stated today she discussed with her brother the proposal that he should acquire her interest in the business. The agreement was verbal, she said, and was made during the course a trip in her automobile in July, 1920. . . .”

Jean Harrison and Kenneth Campbell, wedding description, Vancouver Province, May 7, 1920, page 8: “A quiet wedding took place Wednesday evening at the home of the bride-groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Campbell, Twenty-fifth avenue and Balaclava, when Miss Jean Harrison, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Harrison, Lamont, Alta., and Mr. Kenneth Campbell, were united in marriage, the ceremony being performed by Rev. Dr. MacLaren. The bride was attended by Miss Charlotte Whittaker and Mr. R.H. Arnott supported the groom. Following the ceremony a wedding supper was served after which the bride and groom left for a holiday in the Okanagan. On their return they will take up residence in Marine Heights, Point Grey.”

“A Fatal Accident,” Vancouver Daily News-Advertiser, April 8, 1893 (supplement after page 4): “A fatal accident occurred on the Cambie street bridge about 4:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon. Angus Campbell, the 8-year-old son of Mr. Roderick Campbell, the bootmaker on Hastings street, and who lives on Hamilton street, had been down with some other boys fishing and as they returned home were playing “tag.” In dodging from a companion, Angus swung quickly around a piece of timber in the railing; he slipped and fell beneath the wheels of a wagon laden with lumber. He was crushed terribly beneath the vehicle, the wheels passing over his chest. A doctor was immediately summoned by he died a short time after the accident. He was a very bright active little fellow, and a favorite with his playmates.”

Angus Campbell, death notice, Vancouver Daily News-Advertiser, April 9, 1893, page 8: “Died—On the 7th instant, Angus, youngest son of Roderick Campbell, of this City, aged 8 years. The funeral will take place this afternoon at 3 o’clock from 817 Hamilton street. Friends and acquaintances please accept this intimation.”

Local Brevities, Vancouver Province, May 14, 1913, page 26: “Rev. R.J. Wilson, minister of St. Andrew’s, officiated this morning at a very pretty church wedding, the contracting parties being Miss Norma, daughter of Mr. Rod Campbell Sr., and Mr. Sween Kenneth Campbell of the staff of the Canadian Bank of Commerce. The couple were unattended, only their relatives and immediate friends being present. The bride was charmingly attired in an effective tailor-made suit of blue serge. On their return from a short honeymoon trip Mr. and Mrs. Campbell will reside in this city.”

Norma Campbell and Sween Kenneth Campbell, wedding description, Vancouver sun, May 15, 1913, page 8: “In the presence of immediate friends Rev. R.J. Wilson united in marriage yesterday morning in St. Andrew’s church Miss Norma Campbell, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Campbell, to Mr. Sween Kenneth Campbell, of the staff of the Canadian Bank of Commerce. The bride was becomingly attired in a blue tailored travelling suit with a smart hat in cream and blue shades. After a week’s honeymoon Mr. and Mrs. Campbell will reside in this city.”

Society, Vancouver Province, December 28, 1915, page 8: “On Sunday evening last a dinner was given at the Western Club by the senior members of the staff of the main office of the Canadian Bank of Commerce in honor of Messrs. H. P van Gelder and S.K. Campbell, who have been appointed to the accountancies of the Bank at Victoria and Kamloops respectively . . .”

“Victoria—S.K. Campbell, who retired from the management of Canadian Bank of Commerce here last year, died today at his home. He was 64.

Mr. Campbell was born in Heatherdale, PEI, and joined the bank in 1906. He managed several B.C. branches and was an inspector in Vancouver. He also held posts in Toronto and Montreal before his Victoria appointment in 1939.

He was a member of the Terminal City Club of Vancouver, Victoria Golf and Country Club and Union Club.